JVC GR-AXM700 Instructions Manual

JVC GR-AXM700 Instructions Manual

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COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-AXM700
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which is located on the bottom of
cabinet. Retain this information for
future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LYT0054-001B

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  • Page 1 COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AXM700 INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. LYT0054-001B...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( pg.
  • Page 3: Important Product Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful func- tions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
  • Page 4 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: •Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. •Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
  • Page 5: Major Features

    Sports Nega/Posi 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter LCD Color Monitor ( Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorder. Program Manager pg. 28 – 41) Program AE with Special Effects, Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Title, Menu Adjustment (Focus, Exposure Control and so on.)
  • Page 6 Hook on. BATT. RELEASE Using the battery pack Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the camcorder. (Charging procedure, Push in the battery pack until it locks into place. To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
  • Page 7 Hook on. BATT. RELEASE Using the battery pack Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the camcorder. (Charging procedure, Push in the battery pack until it locks into place. To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED Power ... 10 Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ... 12 Date/Time Setting ... 13 Grip Adjustment ... 14 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 14 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 15 Tripod Mounting ... 15 Recording Mode Setting ... 16 Tape Length Setting ... 16 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...
  • Page 9 USER MAINTENANCE INDEX LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications ... 75 Controls ... 76 Connectors ... 76 Indicators ... 76 Other Parts ... 76 Terms ... 78 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ESPAÑOL FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V15U •...
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    BN-V22U BN-V25U USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place. DETACH BATTERY PACK Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. Push in.
  • Page 11: Charge Marker

    The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG. indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer. DC OUT...
  • Page 12: Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

    GETTING STARTED Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings. SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power supply unit. OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab.
  • Page 13: Date/Time Setting

    Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 1. 98 TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST NEXT Menu Screen When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, “PICTURE”...
  • Page 14: Grip Adjustment

    Power Zoom Button Recording Start/Stop Button Set POWER to “CAMERA”. Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP Separate the Velcro strip. INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Button.
  • Page 15: Shoulder Strap Attachment

    Then tighten the screw. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod. , then fold it back...
  • Page 16: Recording Mode Setting

    SP/EP Recording Mode Button Select Dial System Select Switch Viewfinder Recording mode indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST NEXT Menu Screen TAPE LENGTH EXIT TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu...
  • Page 17: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. The cassette holder can’t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode.
  • Page 18: Video Recording

    Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open the lens cover. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. •The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record–Standby mode. •The scene you’re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”...
  • Page 19 The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed. While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.
  • Page 20: Shooting While Watching The Lcd Monitor

    LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open the lens cover. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. •The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record–Standby mode. •The scene you’re aimed at appears in the LCD monitor, with the word “PAUSE”...
  • Page 21: Journalistic Shooting

    Self-recording BRIGHT Dial Journalistic shooting In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results. OPEN LCD MONITOR Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. TILT LCD MONITOR Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction.
  • Page 22: Basic Features

    Zoom-in Zoom indicator bar Zoom Level indicator Power Zoom button Select Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST NEXT Menu Screen ZOOM SPEED FAST SLOW EXIT...
  • Page 23 Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is normal. Retake To re-record certain segments. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby mode. 2) Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording. Pressing “F” forwards the tape and pressing “R”...
  • Page 24 Even if you shoot with the date/ time displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting, they will not be recorded. AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations: After changing the date.
  • Page 25 30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video light and people or objects. Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. FEATURE: Video Light PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
  • Page 26 This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital still images that look like photographs onto a tape, as well as keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in memory. It is a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties, weddings and graduations.
  • Page 27 Select Switch set to “D.S.C.”, the still image cannot be recorded onto the tape, but will be stored in the camcorder's built-in memory ( Image data stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory can be transferred to a Windows and saved using the provided image transfer software pg.
  • Page 28: Advanced Features

    1 second later, the mode is activated. After 1 sec. SEPIA LCD monitor or viewfinder VIDEO RECORDING Program AE With Special Effects All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial. SELECT MODE Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark.
  • Page 29 Viewfinder indication LOCK AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting. •In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.
  • Page 30: Standby Mode

    [Ex. : Fader] Fade-in Function indication LCD monitor or EFFECT viewfinder MOSAIC After 2 sec. FADER MOSAIC (No indication) SHUTTER SLIDE EFFECT Recording Start/Stop Button VIDEO RECORDING Fade/Wipe These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter Record–Standby mode.
  • Page 31 LCD monitor or viewfinder WIDE SUPER LOLUX LCD monitor or viewfinder S . LX After 2 sec. NORM NOTE (for Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Titles and Picture Stabilizer) When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings (Fade/Wipe-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Title : off, Picture Stabilizer: off).
  • Page 32: Instant Titles

    CONGRATULATIONS VIDEO RECORDING Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left. Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also in French, Spanish and Portuguese.
  • Page 33: Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

    DEMO MODE MENU END Normal Screen Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
  • Page 34 •When an object is in various shades of the same color. •When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors. In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for white balance adjustment ( Allows you to set the zooming speed ( Advanced Features (cont.)
  • Page 35 D. ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07. DEMO MODE = Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK pg.
  • Page 36 When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out first ( the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend- ing on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. When Tele Macro ( camcorder will not zoom out automatically. Advanced Features (cont.) ”...
  • Page 37 Select Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25. 98 TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST NEXT Menu Screen No indication during recording FOCUS AUTO MANU EXIT Focus Menu Screen Manual Focus Screen Manual Focus NOTE:...
  • Page 38: Exposure Control

    Select Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25.98 TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST NEXT Menu Screen EXPOSURE AUTO MANU EXIT Exposure Menu Screen Manual Exposure Screen To brighten the image –...
  • Page 39: Manual White Balance Adjustment

    PREPARE WHITE OBJECT Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a sheet of white paper. SELECT MWB Follow step 1 through 3 of the above, select “MWB”.
  • Page 40 Self-Timer You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button and the actual start of recording. If you secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts. NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps.
  • Page 41: Start Recording

    NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.
  • Page 42: Video Playback

    Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. NOTES: The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.
  • Page 43: Speaker Volume Control

    Dial. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears. NOTES: When noise bars appear during playback, the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is displayed. Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.
  • Page 44: Features

    STOP Set to “VIDEO” VIDEO PLAYBACK FEATURE: PURPOSE: COUNTER R/M OPERATION: PLAY/PAUSE NOTE: FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: NOTE: FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: NOTES: Features (cont.) Still Playback To pause during playback. 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE again.
  • Page 45: Using The Cassette Adapter

    Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak) Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading.
  • Page 46: Basic Connections To Vcr

    VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR. SUPPLY POWER Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
  • Page 47: Tape Dubbing

    VCR. SELECT VCR MODE Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes. FIND EDIT-IN POINT Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press PAUSE on the camcorder. START EDITING Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s...
  • Page 48: Digital Still Camera (D.s.c.) Shooting

    Basic Shooting When shooting a still image, it is not recorded onto the tape, but it is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory in the selected Picture Mode. A stored still image data can be transferred to a PC, saved, and processed using a...
  • Page 49 When the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to “VIDEO”, the picture is stored not only in the camcorder's built-in memory but also onto the tape (if a tape is in the camcorder) pg. 26).
  • Page 50: Advanced Features

    ( Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim ( Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to Auto Mode Lock accidental button pressing during shooting. •In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and...
  • Page 51 Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting Super LoLux pg. 31). Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene Self-Timer in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture.
  • Page 52 MENU END Normal Screen D.S.C. SHOOTING Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
  • Page 53 • When an object is in various shades of the same color. • When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors. In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for white balance adjustment ( Allows you to set the zooming speed ( pg.
  • Page 54 Instant Titles ( D. ZOOM COLOR BAR This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a JLIP ID NO. computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.
  • Page 55: D.s.c. Playback

    5 seconds on the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is turned on, and then it disappears. However, the battery pack remaining power indicator “ ” blinks when the power is almost gone. pg. 46). Camcorder operation is the...
  • Page 56: Advanced Features

    MENU END Normal Screen D.S.C. PLAYBACK Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears.
  • Page 57 CAUTION: While “ENTER” is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking, switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit (battery pack or AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the camcorder’s built-in memory to become corrupt. Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.
  • Page 58 Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.” MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE MENU END Menu Screen < > EXIT INDEX Index Menu Screen Playback screen D.S.C. PLAYBACK Index You can view all still images stored in memory six at a time.
  • Page 59 Set the System Select MENU Jog Dial Switch to “D.S.C.”. MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE MENU END Menu Screen < > E X I T PROTECT Protect Menu Screen < > E X I T PROTECT A padlock mark appears.
  • Page 60 Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE MENU END Menu Screen DELETE SELECT EXIT Delete Menu Screen In case of “SELECT” < > N E X T DELETE Delete Select Menu Screen DELETE CANCEL ENTER...
  • Page 61 Screen. CAUTION: While “ENTER” is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking, switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit (battery pack or AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the camcorder’s built-in memory to become corrupt. Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.
  • Page 62: Slide Show

    Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE MENU END Menu Screen Ex. SLIDE SHOW 1 Ex. SLIDE SHOW 2 D.S.C. PLAYBACK Slide Show You can run through all the still images stored in memory automatically.
  • Page 63: Connection

    Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. The still images stored in the camcorder’s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to the PC. If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder's memory, delete them ( Windows ®...
  • Page 64: Using Remote Control Unit

    The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible. RM-V705U (provided) BUTTONS Infrared beam...
  • Page 65 Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The above illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.
  • Page 66 REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this one). You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try...
  • Page 67 JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal. JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR To AUDIO and Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT VIDEO OUT connector.
  • Page 68 PLAY/PAUSE PLAY IN/OUT 0:00:25 -- : -- : -- COUNTER 0:00:25 TOTAL 0:00:00 0:00:25 0:01:05 0:03:18 0:02:33 0:04:11 -- : -- : -- COUNTER 0:04:11 TOTAL 0:01:13 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SELECT SCENES ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY STOP Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press ON/OFF and the counter display appears on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder, and the screen of the connected TV.
  • Page 69 VCR REC STBY, or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode. BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder, and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order. While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene...
  • Page 70: Insert Editing

    ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert mode is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen, go to the next step. BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press START/STOP.
  • Page 71 (optional) Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape) You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder's built-in memory into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points.
  • Page 72: Audio Dubbing

    Press and hold A. DUB, press and release PAUSE. BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”, Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode. END AUDIO DUBBING Microphone Press STOP. NOTES: Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate.
  • Page 73 Close and lock the LCD monitor. Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack. Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close the lens cover. Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth. CLEAN LCD MONITOR Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft cloth.
  • Page 74 30MIN REC SP 2 3 4 S .LX FINE 12 TWILIGHT NORM LENS COVER PAUSE 5MIN 1 4S TAPE END MERRY CHRISTMAS 25.98 AM 11 : 45 : 18 7* 8 INDEX &*...
  • Page 75: Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder Indications

    LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications * Cassette Warning / Tape Remaining Time ... When no cassette is inserted: the cassette ) warning blinks. When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording: the cassette ) warning lights. Otherwise, the tape remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warning †...
  • Page 76 i o p & INDEX (cont.)
  • Page 77: Controls

    •Connect the editing cable when perform- pg. 32 ing Random Assemble Editing pg. 31 •It is used to connect the camcorder to a pg. 18, 42, 48, 55 device such as a personal computer. pg. 28 For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer.
  • Page 78: Terms

    AC Power Adapter ... pg. 10 Animation Recording ... pg. 41, 65 Audio Dubbing ... pg. 72 Auto Date Record ... pg. 24 Auto Focus ... pg. 36 Auto Mode Lock Mode ... pg. 29, 50 Auto Mode Release Mode ... pg. 29, 50 Battery Pack ...
  • Page 79 ND Effect Mode ... pg. 29, 51 Nega/Posi Mode ... pg. 29, 51 Padlock Mark ... pg. 59 Picture Mode Setting ... pg. 49 Picture Stabilizer ... pg. 23, 50 Pin-Up Image ... pg. 26, 48 Playback (D.S.C.) ... pg. 55 Playback (VIDEO) ...
  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.
  • Page 81 Change the Switch position to “VIDEO” ( pg. 42). The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement. This is normal. The Counter Memory Function has been activated pg. 44).
  • Page 82 (including ones for which you performed the “Protect” function) stored in the camcorder’s memory. If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory, before initialization first transfer them to a PC and save them. If image data is corrupt, transfer is impossible.
  • Page 83: Video Light

    AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. General Battery Precautions •When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not functioning even when correctly operated, the battery is exhausted.
  • Page 84: Main Unit

    ... vertically, in their original cases. CAUTIONS Main Unit 1. For safety, DO NOT ..open the camcorder’s chassis..disassemble or modify the unit..short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.
  • Page 85: Lcd Monitor

    Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GR-AXM700U Trade Name...
  • Page 86: Input And Output Connectors

    • Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U • Remote Control Unit RM-V700U Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability. Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated.
  • Page 87 ESPAÑOL Marcas Indicador CHG. (carga) Indicador Interruptor REFRESH REFRESH REFRESCADO El adaptador de CA se caracteriza por la función REFRESH que le permite descargar totalmente la batería antes de recargarla. Efectúe la función REFRESH después de un mínimo de 5 cargas. Para descargar las baterías .
  • Page 88 Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC. ALIMENTACION Enganche BATT. RELEASE Utilización de la batería Enganche el extremo superior de la batería en la cámara de video. (Procedimiento para carga, P.
  • Page 89 GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA (D.S.C.) Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC. ALIMENTACION Enganche. BATT. RELEASE Utilización de la batería Enganche el extremo superior de la batería en la cámara de video. (Procedimiento para carga, P.
  • Page 90 JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit.
  • Page 91 WHAT WE WILL DO: If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers.
  • Page 92 COPYRIGHT© 1998 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP. 41 Slater Drive, Elmwood Park, N.J. 07407 JVC CANADA INC. 21 Finchdene Square, Scarborough Ontario M1X 1A7 Printed in Japan 0298MSV1YP...

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